Tower Story
Tallest building in Western Europe
Observation Deck
The View from The Shard offers visitors a unique chance to gain a bird’s eye view of London from two platforms situated at the very top of the tallest building in our city. The viewing galleries, one indoor and one outdoor, have floor to ceiling windows on all four aspects of the building and give a full 360° vista out over London and beyond.
Champagne bars offering a wide selection of cocktails, soft drinks and hot beverages are on each level for those who want to relax or celebrate with a glass in hand while they take in the incredible views. Sitting on the River Thames above London Bridge Station the Shard is easily accessible and surrounded by many other must-see attractions.
Address
32 London Bridge Street, London, SE1 9SG
Contact
T: 44 (0)2031021691Facts & Statistics
Architects
Renzo Piano
Inauguration date
July 2012
Construction time
3 years and 4 months
Construction cost
£435 million
Total height
309.7 meters
Weight
12.500 tones
Concrete
5,400 cubic meters
Depth below ground
53 meters
Height of restaurant
Varies
Number of elevators
44
Elevators capacity
10 to 15 people
Elevators speed
6 meters per second
Elevator manufacturer
KONE
Number of steps up to the top
306 flights of stairs
Unique features of the tower
It features an open top so the building can breathe.